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This page presents developments that relate to issues examined by CARS.
Current Rail/Transit Bids
For a few of the current rail/transit bids, please click the links below: 202509004 - P00414_Fallowfield Station Platform Refurbishment - VIA Rail Canada AB-2025-007734 -...
Funding Opportunities for Canadian Businesses and Communities You Should Know About
Navigating funding opportunities can feel overwhelming, but there are several strong programs currently available to support Canadian businesses, communities, and...
"Government of Canada seeks proposals to improve rail safety"
"Through the Rail Safety Improvement Program, the Government of Canada is investing in infrastructure enhancements, innovative technologies, research initiatives, climate...
"Transport Canada announces upcoming changes to strengthen required training and certification standards for railway workers"
"The Railway Personnel Training and Qualifications Regulations have been published in the Canada Gazette, Part II, and will come into effect in..." (Transport Canada , 2026)...
"Station upgrades continue to improve customer accessibility on SkyTrain"
"TransLink is continuing to modernize SkyTrain stations and improve accessibility across the system. Later this month, elevators will be replaced at Burrard and Royal Oak...
"Update: B.C. commits to keep Squamish-100 Mile House rail corridor public"
"As the first phase of the advance notice period ended for CN on July 11, CN can now advertise its railway operating rights, allowing any interested operators to take over...
Current Rail/Transit Bids
For a few of the current rail/transit bids, please click the links below: 202509004 - P00414_Fallowfield Station Platform Refurbishment - VIA Rail Canada AB-2025-007734 -...
Funding Opportunities for Canadian Businesses and Communities You Should Know About
Navigating funding opportunities can feel overwhelming, but there are several strong programs currently available to support Canadian businesses, communities, and...
Building the Workforce That Will Build Canada's Rail Future
Canada's railway industry is entering an exciting period of growth and transformation. Major investments in freight rail, passenger rail, commuter rail, and transit...
"The Cost Drivers Behind North America's Rail Projects"
"The conversation around the rising cost of building rail often centres on inflation, labour shortages and escalating material prices. These pressures are real and urgent,...
"ALTO Partners with Toronto and Region Conservation Authority on Environmental Collaboration Framework"
"Alto partners with Toronto and Region Conservation Authority to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) establishing a structured framework for collaboration to support the...
"RT&S 2026 Women in Rail Engineering Honorees"
"RT&S is very pleased and excited to recognize these accomplished women rail professionals not only for the rigorous work they do each day, but also for their encouragement...